Sending Subliminal Messages to Students
Teachers are masters at sending subliminal messages to students. This could look like the “don’t even think about it” look we all get so good at, or standing near a…
Kids are Readers, Not Letters
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where what was being talked about was way nearly incomprehensible to you? For me, it’s hearing my husband on a call with…
“Small Group Instruction” [What Does it Really Mean?]
An often-heard phrase heard from administrators everywhere is “we want to see small-group instruction.” Because I’ve been in this field for soooo long, I’ve seen the definition of the term…
Engaging the Disengaged [Where to Begin]
Striving readers of all ages often face many challenges. They can get frustrated with how often they are stuck on words. They might not be able to comprehend a whole…
Stop Saying This Phrase Right Now
As a coach, I hear an all-too common refrain from teachers the first semester of the year. It’s said by both new and experienced teachers alike, although it may be…